Kumarkavya Aur Maharana Pratap Se Sambandhit Do Vivadaspad Prashna

This Jain text, "Kumarkavya aur Maharana Pratap se Sambandhit Do Vivadaspad Prashna" by Vrajmohan Javaliya, appears to be an excerpt from a larger work, specifically a section titled "Parishisht Amarkavya mein Bhojanarth Nimantrit Mansinghke Apman ka Vivaran" (Appendix: Description of the insult to Mansingh invited for a meal in Amarkavya).

The provided pages describe an incident where Maharana Pratap invites Mansingh for a meal. Here's a summary of the events depicted:

• The Invitation: In the year 1570 (sixteenth century, thirty-third year - likely referring to Vikram Samvat), Mansingh, who had come to Medpat (Mewar), was invited by Maharana Pratap for a feast.
• The Setting: The meal was arranged at the bank of the Udaysagar lake. A grand dining hall was prepared, filled with a variety of delicious, ghee-cooked food, including sweet dishes, savories, and beverages.
• Mansingh's Arrival and Expectation: Mansingh arrived, feeling fortunate, and anticipated a joyful meal seated alongside Maharana Pratap. He was seated among esteemed noblemen and warriors.
• Maharana Pratap's Command: Maharana Pratap, known for his valor, commanded his attendants to serve all the dishes, which were presented in golden and other precious vessels.
• Mansingh's Astonishment: Mansingh was amazed by the unprecedented presentation of the food.
• Mansingh's Request and Pratap's Refusal: Mansingh asked Maharana Pratap to join him at the dining table, suggesting he take a higher seat. However, Maharana Pratap, upon hearing this, did not respond.
• Mansingh's Second Attempt and Pratap's Response: Mansingh repeated his request with a louder voice. Maharana Pratap then replied that his stomach was full of food (implying he had already eaten or was not inclined to eat with Mansingh). He also indicated that his son (Kumr) would come instead.
• Mansingh's Realization and Acceptance: Hearing this, Mansingh, with a pure heart and understanding the situation, proceeded to eat the food with respect.
• The Warriors' Consideration: The warriors loyal to Maharana Pratap, understanding his spirit and valor, considered that it was not appropriate for them to eat with Mansingh at that moment.

In essence, the text recounts a specific incident of a meal invitation where Maharana Pratap, through his actions and subtle refusal to dine with Mansingh, conveyed a message of pride and perhaps disapproval, which Mansingh seemingly understood and accepted. The focus is on the power dynamics and the pride of Maharana Pratap, as interpreted by the author.